COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Venezuela (14 July Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Citizens and residents are allowed to enter Venezuela.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• No, with exceptions

• Travellers from the Dominican Republic, Panama, Bolivia, Mexico, Russia, and Turkey may be allowed to enter Venezuela.

• Foreign nationals may enter for essential reasons only and need permission before arrival.

Is a test required on arrival?

• Yes

• Anyone arriving in Venezuela will be subject to COVID-19 testing at the port of entry, payable in cash only.

Test certificate required?

• Yes

• All travellers entering Venezuela must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test certificate issued within 48 hours prior to boarding their flight.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• No, with exceptions

• Travellers who test positive at the point of entry must be quarantined in a state-run designated health facility.

• Based on the above restrictions, the traveller must be prepared to spend up to 14 days in quarantine.

Is insurance required?

• No

• Proof of insurance coverage for COVID-19 expenses is not required to enter the country.

Is vaccination required?

• No

• A vaccination for COVID-19 is not required for entry into the country.

Entry form required?

• Yes

• Prior to travel to Venezuela, all travellers must provide their flight dates and contact information at this link to determine if a COVID-19 test is required.

Airline restrictions

• Significant

• International air traffic has partially resumed only to selected countries, such as Turkey, Dominican Republic, Panama, Bolivia, Russia, and Mexico. Domestic flight operations remain restricted. Short-term interruptions to national air traffic may be expected.

• Humanitarian, cargo, mail, technical landings, emergency flights, special authorized, and repatriation flights are allowed.

Border restrictions

• Significant

• Borders are closed to most foreign travellers who are not residents of Venezuela, with some exceptions.

• All visas and accreditations issued on or before 13 March 2020, including entry stamps for tourists and visitors, will be automatically extended until the national emergency is officially lifted.

Curfew restrictions

• Significant

• Effective 12 July until 18 July, Venezuela has returned to the week of “radical quarantine” across the country, with certain exceptions. Under the 7+7 plan (seven days work and seven days quarantine), businesses and other activities will resume for seven days, and then strict quarantine measures will be in place for the subsequent seven days. Further details may be found at this link.

Social distancing restrictions

• Significant

• Social distancing must be maintained.

Internal travel restrictions

• Moderate

• During the period of radical quarantine, all non-essential movements are restricted. Urban and suburban transport may operate from 8:00 to 15:00 (local time). Additionally, to use the Caracas Metro, a card or pass that proves that the traveller is working in essential services (food, medicine, transportation and security) must be provided.

• Face masks are compulsory on public transportation.

• The supply of fuel is limited, and access is subject to restrictions. The gasoline distribution restrictions during radical quarantine (12-18 July) can be found at this link.

Non-essential shops open?

• No

• During the period of radical quarantine, all non-essential movements are restricted, and non-essential businesses are closed. Only certain essential sectors of the economy will be allowed to operate (such as food, medicine, transportation, and security).

• Pharmaceutical sectors are allowed to operate from 8:00 to 21:00 (local time) respecting 24-hour guard shifts.

• Supermarkets, warehouses, food sales, groceries, butchers, greengrocers and other related businesses are allowed to operate from 7:00 to 19:00 (local time).

• Municipal and community markets are allowed to operate from 7:00 to 16:00 pm (local time).

Accommodations open?

• Yes

• Most hotels are open and able to receive guests. Private accommodation rental remains possible, although with reduced availability.

• Some hotels may require guests to be COVID-19 tested before allowing them to check in to their premises.

Restaurants open?

• Yes

• Restaurants and other similar establishments may provide delivery and take-away services between 8:00 to 21:00 (local time).

Bars and cafes open?

• No, with exceptions

• Bars are closed during the radical and flexible quarantine.

• Cafeterias and other similar establishments may provide take-away and delivery services between 8:00 to 21:00 (local time).

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• No

• Beaches and tourism sites are closed.

Museums and heritage sites open?

• No

• Museums and heritage sites are closed.

*Personal care services open? *

• No

• During radical quarantine, personal care services remain closed.

Places of worship open?

• No

• Places of worship are closed.

Events allowed?

• No

• All activities remain suspended.

Masks required in public?

• Yes

• Wearing a face covering/mask is mandatory on public transport and in private vehicles, medical shops, grocery stores, healthcare facilities, ports, airports, and other public places.

Other

• Essential public and private health care services will be operating full time.

The COVID-19 epidemic is constantly changing worldwide. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Airlines may have their own requirements for testing, masking, and distancing. It is recommended that travellers carry a supply of face masks since the requirement can vary by location. It is recommended that travellers practice social distancing and maintain a 6-foot distance from other individuals and avoid crowded areas. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country's embassy for information on your specific travel plans.